The Detroit Lions received a brief scare on Thursday when veteran offensive lineman Graham Glasgow exited joint practice against the Houston Texans with an apparent lower-leg injury. With the offensive line already under scrutiny following Frank Ragnow’s retirement, losing Glasgow would have been a major setback. Thankfully, the news since then has been much more encouraging.
A Scare at Practice
During the joint session, Glasgow was seen leaving the field before practice concluded. Rookie Kingsley Eguakun stepped in at center for the remainder of the drills, a move that instantly raised eyebrows about Detroit’s interior line depth. Given that Glasgow is expected to anchor the middle of the line this season, his sudden departure sent a wave of concern through Allen Park.
The Update: No Long-Term Concerns
According to a report from Detroit Football Network, Glasgow’s injury was described as a “minor issue” with no long-term concern. That confirmation eases the worries of fans and coaches alike, especially with the season fast approaching.
It’s worth remembering that Glasgow has become even more important in 2025 after shifting back into the center role in the wake of Ragnow’s retirement. He had drawn praise earlier in training camp for how natural he looked snapping the ball and handling the responsibilities of being the line’s communicator.
Why Glasgow Matters
The Lions’ offensive line is one of the strongest foundations of the roster. Protecting Jared Goff and creating lanes for Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery has been central to Detroit’s success. Glasgow, a versatile lineman who’s played both guard and center across his career, is a stabilizing veteran presence.
If the injury had been serious, Detroit would have been forced to lean heavily on younger options like Eguakun or shuffle Graham Glasgow’s role, an unwelcome scenario just weeks before Week 1. Instead, with Glasgow cleared of any serious concerns, the Lions can continue to build continuity along the front five.
The Bottom Line
The Lions dodged a bullet. While Graham Glasgow leaving Thursday’s practice sent a ripple of panic through Allen Park, it now appears to be nothing more than a minor setback. With no long-term concerns, Detroit’s offensive line remains intact, and that’s great news for a team with championship aspirations in 2025.